On the enchanted eve of Saturday, August 2nd, the second day of RUSH at Woodcrest University shimmered into life, unfolding like a page from a storybook gilded in gold and pearl. That evening, the legendary Sirens’ Ball—hosted by the illustrious Tri Pi—cast its spell across campus, summoning students into a realm of magic, music, and sisterhood.
It was no ordinary gathering. The ball marked the sacred initiation of Tri Pi’s newest sisters, each one destined to take her place in the sorority’s ever-growing tale. Smooches Kha Trueshot, Latoya G. Quinn, Bonni Starlight, Chelsea Twilight Sky, and Abby Rowley were welcomed with open arms and hearts, their names spoken like royal proclamations as they crossed the threshold into sisterhood.
The moment you stepped inside the venue, the ordinary world dissolved. You found yourself submerged in an underwater palace, where walls were draped in swaying strands of emerald seaweed, and glistening siren statues stood like guardians of ancient secrets. The air shimmered with the faint scent of sea breeze, and above, twinkling lights danced like stars filtered through water.
The green-and-white checked floor gleamed underfoot, a jewel-like expanse that seemed to hum with anticipation. When the music began—soft at first, then swelling into rich, flowing melodies—it was impossible to resist. Couples and friends glided effortlessly across the floor, their gowns and suits trailing behind them as if buoyed by invisible tides. The rhythm of their steps mirrored the gentle pull of the ocean, graceful and eternal.
Laughter rang out like strings of silver bubbles rising to the surface. Glasses clinked in toasts to the new sisters, and voices wove together in stories and promises that would be cherished long after the night faded. Every glance, every smile felt touched by enchantment, as if the Sirens themselves had blessed the gathering.
By the time the final song played, the ballroom was aglow with a quiet, contented magic. Guests lingered, reluctant to leave, knowing they had been part of something rare—a night that was not simply lived but dreamt into existence.
Photos Submitted by: Melody G. Montgomery, Lil K. Diavala Pierce, Abby, and LaToya Quinn